Atypical depression: Are you a victim of this?
Atypical depression is characterised by sleeping too much (hypersomnia), increased appetite or weight gain.
Apr 07, 2017, 16:27 PM IST
Depression in children: Not a myth, what parents should do
But depression is certainly treatable and it needs to be addressed immediately.
Apr 05, 2017, 12:54 PM IST
Prefer to sleep late? You're making yourself an easy prey to depression!
The study supports an association between circadian regulation and psychological functioning in patients with Type 2 diabetes.
Apr 03, 2017, 00:12 AM IST
Prostate cancer treatment may elevate risk of dementia
Their previous studies have shown men who undergo androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) - a testosterone-lowering therapy - may be at an increased risk of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, compared to men who were not treated with the therapy.
Mar 31, 2017, 16:52 PM IST
Alzheimer's disease has a cure in form of diabetes drug
Alzheimer`s is a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions.
Mar 09, 2017, 11:20 AM IST
Neglecting your child can affect his mental health
Experiencing severe deprivation and neglect in childhood can have a lasting psychological impact into early adulthood, according to a unique study.
Feb 24, 2017, 14:44 PM IST
Is your loved one depressed? This is what you can do
While stress can make depression worse, patience and perseverance is required because recovery from depression can take time.
Feb 24, 2017, 10:47 AM IST
Alarming rise of mental cases in India: Over 5 cr Indians affected by depression, 3 cr others have anxiety, says WHO
HO document shows that while over five crore Indians, suffered from depression in 2015, over three crore others suffered from anxiety disorders in the corresponding year.
Feb 24, 2017, 09:24 AM IST
Want to keep mental illness away? Go get a cat!
The new study was significantly more reliable than previous research in this area since the team looked at families who were followed up regularly for almost 20 years.
Feb 22, 2017, 15:54 PM IST
Vitamins B supplements may help improve symptoms of schizophrenia
Researchers have revealed that Vitamins B supplements may help in reducing the symptoms of schizophrenia that affects nearly one per cent of the population more than standard treatments alone.
Feb 17, 2017, 23:39 PM IST
Do you work for more than 39 hours a week? If yes, then you might be at risk of physical, mental illness!
This new study calls for a revision in the 48-hour-week limit set internationally about 80 years ago.
Feb 03, 2017, 17:50 PM IST
Delirium can fasten dementia-related mental decline: Study
The study is the first to show the multiplying effects of delirium, that affects a quarter of older patients, and dementia in these people, researchers said.
Jan 21, 2017, 17:41 PM IST
Pets can help overcome mental trauma, says study!
Participants in the study related that their pet helped by distracting them from symptoms and upsetting experiences such as hearing voices or suicidal thoughts.
Dec 13, 2016, 22:00 PM IST
Health anxiety: What is it? How does it increase your risk for heart disease? Know the causes of this disorder!
New new research suggests that health anxiety might increase the risk of heart disease.
Dec 10, 2016, 15:01 PM IST
Scouting helps in better mental health in later life: Study
Taking part in the scouts and guides not only help you in physical, mental and spiritual development, but also lower the risk of mental illness in later life.
Nov 10, 2016, 20:29 PM IST
How our mind wanders may help decode mental illness
A new review of mind-wandering research, led by University of British Columbia in Canada, proposes a new framework for understanding how thoughts flow, even at rest.http://zeenews.india.com/tags/depression.html
Nov 02, 2016, 08:54 AM IST
Are you depressed? Ways to manage stress, anxiety!
Globally, an estimated 350 million people of all ages suffer from depression, says the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Oct 11, 2016, 09:38 AM IST
Mental illness in children – This is how you can help your child deal with depression!
If you feel that your child has a mental health condition, do not hesitate, but seek professional help if required.
Oct 10, 2016, 20:27 PM IST
Deepika Padukone says stigma the root cause of mental illness
Sharing her personal struggle with depression, Deepika broke down during the function, and said, it is important that there is a supporting ecosystem of family and friends that allows the suffering person to cope with the disorder with hope and dignity.
Oct 10, 2016, 19:27 PM IST
World Mental Health Day: Govt seeks trained manpower in mental health promotion
Quoting World Health Organisation statistics, Patel said one in every four persons was affected by a mental illness at least once in their lifetime.
Oct 10, 2016, 18:33 PM IST
